Location: Delhi NCR
Type: Full time
Reports to: Associate Director – Health
Programme: Health Interventions
About the Opportunity
We are seeking a dynamic, strategic, and impact-driven Program Manager – Health to lead the planning, implementation, and expansion of our health portfolio. This role is pivotal in driving evidence-based health interventions, strengthening community outreach, engaging stakeholders, and building scalable, sustainable programs that align with the organization’s mission and vision.
Responsibilities
As a Program Manager, you will play a critical role in shaping our health strategy, leading high-performing teams, and ensuring operational excellence across diverse health initiatives. This role requires strong leadership, analytical thinking, cross-sector collaboration, and a deep commitment to public health and social equity.
Strategic Program Planning and Development
• Lead the design and evolution of comprehensive, scalable, and sustainable health programs aligned with organizational goals and objectives.
• Conduct health landscape analyses and needs assessments to identify key focus areas and emerging public health issues.
• Conduct needs assessments and collaborates with stakeholders to identify program priorities.
• Collaborate with the Associate Director-Health to define strategic objectives, program logic models, and measurable impact indicators.
• Explore new interventions, innovative approaches, and under-served geographies to expand the health portfolio.
• Ensure integration of global best practices, national health priorities, and community insights into program design.
Program Implementation and Management
• Lead & oversee end-to-end implementation of health projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and achievement of key milestones.
• Develop detailed work plans, execution timelines, risk mitigation strategies, and resource allocation plans.
• Coordinate with internal teams (Legal, M&E, Finance, Operations, Communications and Design, HR) to ensure program efficiency and cohesion.
• Lead the development of IEC/BCC materials and ensure effective community mobilization and education initiatives.
• Identify and mitigate risks and issues that may impact program success.
• Manage program budgets, allocate resources efficiently, and ensure financial accountability.
• Develop and implement community outreach and education initiatives.
• Create educational materials and resources, including IEC / BCC materials.
• Prepare high-quality reports, dashboards, and documentation for internal and external stakeholders, including donors and government partners.
Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL)
• Establish and implement robust MEL frameworks to track progress, assess program effectiveness, and capture learning.
• Establish program metrics and evaluation frameworks to assess program impact.
• Use data-driven insights to refine strategies, improve interventions, and support evidence-based decision-making.
• Ensure regular data collection, analysis, and dissemination of findings to inform adaptive program management.
Stakeholder Engagement and Representation
• Cultivate and manage relationships with key stake holders-government agencies, donor organizations, academic institutions, civil society partners, vendors and other stake holders.
• Foster collaboration and partnerships to enhance the impact of health initiatives and to expand the geographical scope, visibility, and sustainability.
• Represent the organization at key forums, policy consultations, and conferences to amplify the impact of DC’s work.
Team Leadership and Capacity Building
• Recruit, mentor, and manage a multidisciplinary team of program professionals, fostering a high-performance and value-aligned culture.
• Foster a positive work environment that promotes team cohesion and professional growth.
• Facilitate continuous learning, skills development, and career progression opportunities for team members
• Conduct regular performance reviews and provide constructive feedback and coaching.
• Ensure team is values aligned
Policy Engagement and Advocacy
• Monitor and analyze public health policies, regulatory updates, and government priorities and schemes relevant to programmatic work and to create new opportunities.
• Advocate for inclusive, evidence-based government health policies and represent the organization in policy dialogues.
• Collaborate with advocacy partners and networks to influence systemic change at local, regional, and national levels.
Operational Oversight and Compliance
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, donor requirements, and statutory regulations in all program operations.
• Coordinate with finance and procurement teams for effective budgeting, procurement planning, and financial reporting.
• Support internal audits, grant management processes, and organizational learning initiatives.
Other Considerations
• As we increasingly leverage technology and digital tools, responsibilities will evolve based on organizational learning and innovation.
• The role requires flexibility, adaptability, and a readiness to respond to evolving public health challenges and opportunities.
• Any other task assigned by the organization.
• The present opportunity is for a fixed tenure of 12 months with a consultancy contract. The tenure will be extended based on the performance of th e project/personnel.
Required Qualification and Skills:
Ideal Candidate Profile.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in managing large scale health programs, preferably in non-profit, government, or multilateral settings.
• Strong understanding of Government of India health and wellness policies.
• Demonstrated experience in program strategy, stakeholder management, monitoring & evaluation, and team leadership.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and presentation skills in both English and Hindi, with proven ability to engage diverse stakeholders.
• Proficient in advanced Microsoft Office tools for data analysis, reporting, and professional presentations.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects in diverse, dynamic settings.
• Deep commitment to health equity, community engagement, and rights-based approaches.
• Master’s degree in public health, Health Administration, Development Studies, Nutrition or a related field.
Requirements
• Location Flexibility: Must be willing to relocate to New Delhi and be open to relocation to other project sites as the program scales.
• Analytical and Reporting Skills: Proven expertise in data analysis, data interpretation, and project report writing is essential.
• Government and Grassroots Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience working with government officials and community-level personnel, especially in Mother and child health or nutrition-focused initiatives.
• Field Experience with Women and Children: At least 5 years of hands-on experience working directly with women and children, preferably in the domains of maternal and child health, nutrition, or community development.
Desirable Skills and Competencies
• Deep passion for social impact, particularly in maternal and child health, nutrition, and food security.
• Strong alignment with the organization’s vision, mission, and values.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and consistently deliver high-quality outputs.
• Creativity and enthusiasm in engaging and working with children in impactful, participatory ways, while strictly adhering child safeguard policies.
• Adaptability to adjust quickly and smoothly to changing priorities and operational environments.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills to meet tight deadlines.
Compensations and Benefits:
• Remuneration will be competitive and commensurate with the candidate’s experience and aligned with the organization's pay scale policy.
• Non-monetary benefits include the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to an innovative, mission-driven organization committed to tackling the root causes of food and nutrition insecurity.
• You will work with a team of professionals in a collaborative, entrepreneurial, and supportive environment that fosters creativity, learning, and personal growth.
How to Apply
Please submit your updated resume:Interested candidates can apply by Feb 15, 2026, via google form link.